✨New! Miso + Miso Soup Basics!


Hi there Reader --

Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite topics: miso.

Miso is a super seasoning in Japanese cooking, and I’d love for you to feel comfortable using it at home!

First, I cover a very common question: White miso vs. red miso. Once you understand the flavor and best uses of each, choosing miso becomes much easier.

I also made a video on the basics of miso soup. I’ve summarized the core ideas so you won’t hesitate to make your own miso soup at home.

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The recipe is easy to follow, and the dish turned out quite delicious. I was looking for a simple way to cook tofu and bitter melon and glad that I found your recipe. Thanks for sharing!

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Thanks for reading. Matane またね!

Juri Austin

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At Chef JA Cooks, you’ll discover easy and healthy Japanese recipes, mostly vegetarian, that are simple to recreate at home. The dishes emphasize minimal ingredients and straightforward techniques.

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